I confess, I am an absolute sucker for those dreamy cottages you see on Pinterest – all old brickwork and covered in rambling roses. I mean, how could you not want a little corner like this in your dream home!? Disclosure: as an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. Learn more. However there might be…
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Grow a Beautiful Rose Garden – On Your Balcony!
For a modern city woman or girl, growing a rose garden might seem like a nice daydream. After all, you do live in a concrete jungle. You might think to yourself how great it would be to have a spacious veranda, with billowing flowers, towering trellises and wonderful decor where you would drink coffee in…
Can I Eat Wild Roses?
Roses aren’t just a beautiful garden addition. They’re also full of vitamins and minerals, so the good news is that yes, absolutely you can eat wild roses! If you want to be safe eating wild roses, you’re going to need to check for pesticides, poisons such as rat poison and / or insecticide, and you’ll…
Is Honey Water Good For Plants? – The Garden Wonder Cure!
I LOVE honey, but I only recently discovered how amazing it can be in my garden as well as my tummy, with the use of honey water! Is honey water really good for plants? Honey is a sweet and thick liquid made by honeybees – it’s organic and incredibly nutritious. Because it’s packed with nutrients,…
A Mediterranean Garden Update!
We’re now moving slowly into midsummer here on the island. It’s an interesting time to have a Mediterranean garden! It’s hot, the ground is dry, and things are starting to get sleepy in that summer heat. I am grateful for the sun – after all, all my friends and family back in the UK are…
How To Grow Roses From Seed (Easy Method)!
Want to know how to grow roses from seed? Growing roses from seed can be tough, because seeds are susceptible to diseases, bugs, rot and more. They need extra protection in order to grow into full rose plants. Read this post to understand how to grow and protect your seedlings, and learn our best tips…
How To Grow Climbing Roses On An Arch
I’ve always loved the idea of having a rose arch in my garden. Rose arches Add height to current garden plans and designs Provide great attractions for bees (with the right variety) Add scent and color to your garden Adds elements of traditional, classic, English, and cottage style gardens Also can be used for weddings,…
The Most Gorgeous Rose Arches For Your Garden
I confess – I am completely and utterly in love with rose arches! There is something so romantic about the idea of sitting under a rose arbor, reading a book or dreaming away the hours. Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, which means that we may earn commission from qualifying purchases at no extra…
Why Are My Knockout Roses Leggy?
I’ve been eyeing up more rose varieties to plant in my dream garden, and I came across a typical problem that knockout roses have – why are my knockout roses leggy?! Knockout roses may become leggy due to lack of sunlight, overwatering, and poor pruning. A knockout rose needs around 6-8 hours sunlight a day…